As the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season ended at Phoenix Raceway two weeks ago, drivers and their families find time to recharge in NASCAR off-season, and Daniel Suarez is no exception. Suarez and his wife, Julie Piquet, recently treated fans to a glimpse of their idyllic getaway to Japan on social media.
The couple shared a series of stunning photos on their Instagram, showcasing a mix of Japan’s streets, cultural landmarks, and their adventures together. Suarez, who was born in Mexico, became a US citizen on June 18 and married Julia Piquet in Brazil during NASCAR mid-season break on July 30, 2024. They are one of the most adorable couples of the sport and are currently enjoying a honeymoon in Japan.
On Instagram, Suarez-Piquet shared picturesque moments from serene gardens, bustling cityscapes, and the iconic Hiroshima castle.
Take a look at Daniel Suarez and wife Julie’s Japan trip in photos:
Daniel Suarez headed to Kyoto, a city famed for its historic temples and gardens. He shared an image of their visit to a Mexican restaurant named Roti Chicken & Jackie Tacos in Kyoto, where he clicked his photo and shared it with a caption:
“Muy Buena” Mexican food in Kyoto”
Suarez’s wife, Julie, is a professional health coach and the daughter of three-time F1 champion Nelson Piquet. Having known each other since 2012, they got engaged in 2022 in Europe.
Daniel Suarez reflects on his 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season
Trackhouse Racing star driver won his second career Cup race at Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2024. He also managed to score four top-five and nine top-10 finishes with an average finish of 17.8 in 36 races. He advanced to the playoffs and ended the season in 12th place in the Cup Series championship standings.
Speaking to NASCAR about his 2024 campaign, Daniel Suarez admitted that he had a topsy-turvy season where he had a bad and strong run both for respective periods of time.
Reflecting on his 2024 season, Suarez:
“I felt like it was a good year. It wasn’t bad; it wasn’t amazing, either. We had our ups and downs. There were a couple months in the middle of the year that were very, very bad, and there were also a couple months, I would say, lately that we were actually pretty strong. So I feel like a lot to build on, a good year to build on. We know our strengths and our weaknesses, and already we’re looking forward to building from there, and hopefully we can make our group even stronger for next year.”
After making it into the playoffs this season, the 32-year-old driver will aim to build on the momentum with Trackhouse Racing in 2025 NASCAR season.